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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - - PROVIDENCE — The annual Our Lady of the Rosary Parish Feast began on a bittersweet note this year, with Archbishop-elect Richard G. Henning’s pastoral visit coming shortly after the announcement of his appointment by Pope Francis as the next archbishop of Boston. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)

The HUMAN LIFE GUILD RECOGNITION AWARD is an award given by the Diocese of Providence on an annual basis to outstanding individuals that are Catholic who have a willingness to accept the invitation to be "People of Life,” to have an unconditional commitment to human life, to promote and defend human life at every stage, in every condition, through thought, word, deed and prayer. Click for nomination form. Deadline Sept. 13. (Photo: RI Catholic)

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - - CRANSTON — What does it mean for a person in jail to know that someone outside their four walls is praying for them? One inmate, Jose, said, “My parents are praying for me, and I pray for them. But to have someone who doesn’t know me pray for me? Wow. Praise God. Just Prayers has helped me realize that we aren’t forgotten in here.” (FILE PHOTO: RHODE ISLAND CATHOLIC)

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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - - NARRAGANSETT — On the sunny, late July morning people walked up and down the boardwalk along Salty Brine Beach, while others sat on the shore or browsed among the many stores and restaurants that dot the Rhode Island coast. Acoustic music played faintly in the background as various organizations set up stands bringing attention to various causes. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)

In Bishop Henning's Aug. 22 'The State of Hope' column in Rhode Island Catholic, he shares: "Last week, Salve Regina University rented space for a high-end political fundraiser on the campus in Newport. I only learned of the decision on the night before the event while away on retreat. I expressed my concerns to the administration to no avail..."

The following clergy appointments have been made within the Diocese of Providence.

Most Rev. Richard Henning, Archbishop-elect of Boston, cordially invites the legal profession to the Red Mass on Thu., September 26 at 5 p.m. for Holy Mass at St. Dominic Chapel, Providence College. (File image)

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By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - INDIANAPOLIS — “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.” Hebrews 13:2 Fruitful stories from the National Eucharistic Congress will continue to surface in the days and years following, as revival sweeps across the nation by the grace of God. (Photo: Jennifer Barton)

By Father Bernard A. Healey - The 2024 Olympics in Paris began with a loud bang. Unfortunately, it was a bang against Christianity! In the opulent and overblown opening ceremony, the centerpiece of the many performances was a mockery of our Lord’s Last Supper. It is a sad commentary on our culture that the supposed most creative minds in all of France who produced the spectacle would think mocking Christ’s Last Supper is an acceptable form of entertainment.

By now, you have seen the news that the Holy Father has appointed me the next Archbishop of Boston. Of course, I am grateful to the Holy Father for his confidence in me and for entrusting this ministry to me. I hope that you will all understand that the news of the appointment has left me with very mixed emotions and even a sense of grief to leave this beautiful Diocese of Providence.

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor, RI Catholic - BRAINTREE — It was a different feeling in the room this time as Archbishop-elect Richard G. Henning was elevated to a new position within the hierarchy of the Catholic Church for the second time in less than two years. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - Seminarians gathered with their families, local clergy and members of the diocesan chapter of The Serra Club to honor the role of their families and parents in their priestly formation. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)

PROVIDENCE, R.I.—The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has appointed Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., currently the Bishop of Providence, as Archbishop of Boston. The appointment was publicized today in Washington, D.C. by Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States.

“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” This is true for parents and especially parents of younger children who typically require more hands-on attention and love...

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island General Assembly recently completed another legislative session, with many bills proposed or passed this year of particular moral significance for Catholics in the state of Rhode Island.

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